How to remove the InputScheduler adware-type app from your operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is InputScheduler?
Our research team discovered InputScheduler during a routine inspection of new submissions to the VirusTotal platform. After examining this application, we learn that it is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family. InputScheduler operates by delivering intrusive advertisement campaigns, and it may have other harmful capabilities.
InputScheduler adware overview
Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It displays ads on various interfaces, such as visited webpages, desktops, or others. This third-party graphical content (e.g., overlays, pop-ups, banners, coupons, etc.) can decrease browsing quality and system performance.
The advertisements promote online scams, unreliable/hazardous software, and even malware. Some of them can execute scripts to perform stealthy downloads/installations upon being clicked.
Keep in mind that while legitimate products and services may be encountered via these adverts – they are highly unlikely to be endorsed in this fashion by any official parties. It is most probable that this endorsement is undertaken by scammers who abuse the content's affiliate programs to obtain illegitimate commissions.
Adware might not deliver intrusive advert campaigns if certain conditions are unsuitable (e.g., incompatible browser/system, specific websites not visited, etc.). However, even if InputScheduler does not display ads – it endangers device and user safety.
AdLoad applications often have browser-hijacking functionalities, although we did not observe these qualities while analyzing the InputScheduler adware.
This rogue app likely collects sensitive user information, as data tracking is standard for software within this classification.
Targeted information may include: browsing and search engine histories, Internet cookies, account log-in credentials, personally identifiable details, finance-related data, and so forth. The gathered information can then be shared with and/or sold to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).
To summarize, advertising-supported software like InputScheduler may cause system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by InputScheduler |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AG [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.31), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.H), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Adload.j), Full List (VirusTotal) |
| Additional Information | This application belongs to Adload malware family. |
| Symptoms | Your Mac becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you are redirected to dubious websites. |
| Distribution methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), torrent file downloads. |
| Damage | Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Adware examples
ClearPartition, AccessibleSignal, and AccessBrowser are just a couple examples of adware we have examined recently. Apps and extensions within this category rarely appear suspicious; they tend to look legitimate and harmless.
Users can be enticed into downloading/installing the software by promises of various "handy" features. However, these functionalities seldom work as promised, and in most cases – they do not work at all.
Note that even if a piece of software operates exactly as indicated by its promotional material – that does not guarantee legitimacy or safety.
How did InputScheduler install on my computer?
Adware can have "official" promotional webpages, and it is endorsed on scam sites. Most users access these pages via redirects generated by websites employing rogue advertising networks, intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, mistyped URLs, or installed adware (with browser force-opening abilities).
Advertising-supported software can also be bundled with ordinary programs. The threat of inadvertently allowing bundled content into the system is increased by downloading from untrustworthy channels, such as freeware and free file-hosting sites, P2P sharing networks, and other third-party sources. The risk is compounded by treating installation processes with negligence, e.g., ignoring terms, skipping steps and sections, using "Easy/Express" settings, etc.
Additionally, adware is proliferated by intrusive advertisements. Once clicked on, some of the adverts can execute scripts to perform downloads/installations without user consent.
How to avoid installation of adware?
We highly recommend researching software and downloading only from official/verified channels. Installation processes must be treated with care. Therefore, we advise reading terms, exploring available options, using the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings, and opting out of all supplementary apps, extensions, etc.
Another recommendation is to be cautious while browsing since fraudulent and dangerous online content usually appears genuine and harmless. For example, while intrusive ads may look innocuous – they redirect to unreliable and questionable websites (e.g., gambling, adult dating, pornography, etc.).
Should you keep encountering such adverts/redirects, inspect the system and immediately remove all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with InputScheduler, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once InputScheduler adware's installation is over:
InputScheduler adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is InputScheduler?
- STEP 1. Remove InputScheduler related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove InputScheduler ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove InputScheduler adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove InputScheduler ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove InputScheduler adware using Combo Cleaner:
InputScheduler adware removal:
Remove InputScheduler-related potentially unwanted applications from your "Applications" folder:
Click the Finder icon. In the Finder window, select "Applications". In the applications folder, look for "MPlayerX","NicePlayer", or other suspicious applications and drag them to the Trash.
After removing the potentially unwanted application(s) that cause online ads, scan your Mac for any remaining unwanted components.
Remove adware-related files and folders
Click the Finder icon, from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...
Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/
In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.
Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/Application Support/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/
In the "Application Support" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, "MplayerX" or "NicePlayer", and move these folders to the Trash.
Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/
In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.
Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons/ folder:
In the "Go to Folder..." bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/
In the "LaunchDaemons" folder, look for recently-added suspicious files. For example "com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist", "com.myppes.net-preferences.plist", "com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist", "com.avickUpd.plist", etc., and move them to the Trash.
Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner:
If you have followed all the steps correctly, your Mac should be clean of infections. To ensure your system is not infected, run a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus. Download it HERE. After downloading the file, double click combocleaner.dmg installer. In the opened window, drag and drop the Combo Cleaner icon on top of the Applications icon. Now open your launchpad and click on the Combo Cleaner icon. Wait until Combo Cleaner updates its virus definition database and click the "Start Combo Scan" button.
Combo Cleaner will scan your Mac for malware infections. If the antivirus scan displays "no threats found" - this means that you can continue with the removal guide; otherwise, it's recommended to remove any found infections before continuing.
After removing files and folders generated by the adware, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.
Remove malicious extensions from Internet browsers
Remove malicious Safari extensions:
Open the Safari browser, from the menu bar, select "Safari" and click "Preferences...".
In the preferences window, select "Extensions" and look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions. When located, click the "Uninstall" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Safari browser - none are crucial for regular browser operation.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More Tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.
Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(at the top right corner of the main window) and select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What harm can adware cause?
Adware displays third-party graphical content (ads) that can promote harmful content capable of causing system infections, privacy issues, financial losses, and other serious problems. This software can decrease browsing quality and system performance. Furthermore, it is classed as a privacy threat since it usually collects sensitive information.
What does adware do?
Adware stands for advertising-supported software; hence, its purpose is to generate revenue through advertising. The software's primary functions can include displaying ads on visited websites and/or other interfaces, generating redirects, and gathering private data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware generates revenue by endorsing various websites, applications, browser extensions, products, services, etc. The developers may earn commissions from ad clicks, site visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar. Most of the profit is made via affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove InputScheduler adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your device and eliminate adware-type applications detected. It must be mentioned that manual removal (unaided by security tools) might not be a perfect solution. In some instances, after the software has been manually removed – various remnants (files) stay hidden within the system. The remaining components might continue to run and cause problems. Therefore, it is paramount to eliminate advertising-supported software thoroughly.
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